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Body Recovered After Portsmouth Harbour RHIB Collision That Killed One

Police report that formal identification is pending, with investigators preparing a file for the coroner.

Overview

  • Officers said a man's body was found on Tuesday, 19 August, during the search linked to the 14 August collision near Tipner.
  • The next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers, though formal identification has not yet taken place.
  • The incident involved a private rigid-hulled inflatable boat and occurred at about 7:20 p.m. on Thursday, 14 August.
  • One man in his 60s died following the crash, while a man in his 50s was treated in hospital and has since been discharged.
  • Hampshire Police say enquiries continue in liaison with the Marine Accident Investigation Branch, and a file will be prepared for the coroner.